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Election 2016

Michael O'Gorman

Party

Independent

Constituency

Kerry

Occupation

Stonemason

Age

41

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Biography

This is his first time running in a general election after he failed to secure a seat in the 2014 local elections. A stonemason by profession, he is an active campaigner in his local area and is a founder of the Tralee Says No protest group. He is also a founder of the Kerry Save our Woods environmental campaign.

Question Time

Q.

Why should someone vote for you (in 140 characters or fewer)?

I will be a voice for the people and the communities. We need to stand up for our basic human rights! Housing, health, education, food and water.

Q.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

To be a strong voice for the people of Kerry in the Dáil, for a fairer, more equal Ireland that benefits all of the people rather than a select few.

Q.

What one thing would you like to do in your first 100 days of the new Dáil if you are elected?

Irish Water is being set up to be sold off, like our gas, oil and fishing. Bring an end to Irish Water within the first 100 days.

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